Volvo V50 Overview

The front-wheel drive base 2.4i V50 has a 168 hp 2.4-liter inline-five-cylinder engine. The front-wheel drive T5 is powered by a 227 hp turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-five engine. Both engines come standard with an adaptive Geartronic five-speed automatic transmission. The T5 is also available with all-wheel drive. Safety features include electronic stability control, side-impact and side curtain airbags, and all-disc antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution.

For 2008, the Volvo V50 receives minimal changes.